Young defenders Gracen Halton and Upton Stout shine at 49ers camp
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 9, 2026, 1:25 AM
Last updated Aug 9, 2026
During Day 8 of training camp on August 8, 2026, the San Francisco 49ers showcased young talent amid injuries to key players. Quarterback Brock Purdy excelled, including a 60-yard touchdown pass to KhaDarel Hodge, while defensive lineman Gracen Halton and cornerback Upton Stout impressed with strong performances. Defensive coordinator Raheem Morris praised the modified secondary alignment and introduced a new hybrid role, the "fever backer." As the 49ers prepare for their preseason opener against Tennessee, head coach Kyle Shanahan actively participated in practice despite recent recovery efforts from a car accident.
- •Brock Purdy completed a 60-yard touchdown pass during camp
- •Gracen Halton excelled in pass-rush drills against multiple blockers
- •Upton Stout recorded a pass breakup during one-on-one drills
- •The 49ers added offensive lineman Kion Smith and waived Colton Dowell
- •Kyle Shanahan remained involved in practice as he recovers
- 1:25 AMYahoo Sports — Rookies Rising: How Gracen Halton and Upton Stout Are Shaking Up 49ers Camp
"Brock Purdy delivers precision strikes while unheralded defenders dominate the trenches, as Raheem Morris debuts a versatile hybrid scheme to sharpen San Francisco’s depleted training camp roster.
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